Classroom Activities for Enhancing Pupils’ Competence in Spoken English in Kiswahili Medium Primary Schools in Tanzania

Authors: Jalia Mohamed Muna (Ardhi University-Tanzania) and Erasmus Akiley Msuya, PhD (University of Dar es Salaam-Tanzania) Abstract: This study intended to explore how classroom activities are being used by teachers in order to enhance primary school pupils’ spoken competence in Kiswahili Medium Primary Schools in Tanzania. A case study design was employed to obtain diverse […]

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Challenges Experienced in the Teaching and Learning of English in Multilingual Classrooms: A Case of a College in Ashanti, Ghana

Authors: Gladys K. Sombonah (Akrokerri College of Education, Ghana), Gabriel Kwame Ankrah (University of Mines and Technology, Ghana) and Anthony Korang (Berekum College of Education, Ghana) Abstract: This study examined challenges experienced in the teaching and learning of English in a multilingual classrooms atmosphere, using the descriptive design. It took place at the Akrokeri College

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Residents’ Exposure to Multiple Shocks and Coping Strategies among Tourism-Gateway Communities in Northern Tanzania

Author: Alpha J. Mwongoso (Moshi Co-operative University, Tanzania) Abstract: There is increasing awareness about influence of tourism development on resident’s livelihoods. Yet, studies that link tourism and residents capabilities to withstand livelihood-shocks are scant. This study was set to address this empirical gap by evaluating the extent to which tourism development has enabled resident’s access

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Effect of Vertical Diversification on Sustainable Livelihoods among Fish Farmers in Kakamega County, Kenya

Authors: Daisy Linda Wesonga Mukoya (Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, Kenya), Consolata Ngala, PhD (Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, Kenya) and Edwin Jairus Simiyu, PhD (Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, Kenya) Abstract: This study examined the effect of vertical diversification on sustainable livelihoods among fish farmers. The study employs

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Challenges Facing the Implementation of Primary Secondary School Competence-Based Curriculum in Same District, Tanzania

Authors: Msafiri Juma Shiboko (The Open University of Tanzania) and Karoli John Mrema, PhD (The Open University of Tanzania) Abstract: Competency-based curricula are increasingly popular in schools due to global challenges in science, technology and global market demand. This study explored challenges facing the implementation of a competence-based curriculum in public primary schools to pupils

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Effectiveness of Self-Help Groups in Enhancing Social Protection Interventions towards Climate Change Adaptation in South Kabras, Kenya

Author: Alice Wanjiru Mbuthia (Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology), Erick Ater Onyango, PhD (Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology) and Patricia Atieno Kariaga, PhD (Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology) Abstract: This study investigated about effectiveness of self-help groups in enhancing social protection interventions towards climate change adaptation in South Kabras,

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Farm Crime Experiences and Effects on Livelihood in Awendo Sub County, Kenya

Authors: Phelix Odhiambo (Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, Kenya), Evans M. Oruta, PhD (Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, Kenya) and Tioko Logiron, PhD (Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, Kenya) Abstract: This study dealt with farm crime experiences and effects on livelihood in Awendo sub County in Kenya. The study

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Factors Influencing Teachers’ Turnover from Government Secondary Schools in Makete District, Tanzania

Authors: Esta Hosea Sanga (University of Iringa, Tanzania), Lucas Mwahombela, PhD (University of Iringa, Tanzania) and Fredy S. Msigallah (University of Iringa, Tanzania) Abstract: This study investigated about factors influencing teachers’ turnover from government secondary schools in Makete District, Tanzania. The study employed the descriptive design. The design was chosen because it is the best

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African Indigenous Knowledge Systems in the Contemporary Era: A Historical Reflection in Sukuma Land, Tanzania

Authors: Athanasy Gregory (St. Augustine University of Tanzania), Pius Luvumwa (St. Augustine University of Tanzania), Violeth Msuya (St. Augustine University of Tanzania) and Mulokozi Abel (St. Augustine University of Tanzania) Abstract: This paper examined the Sukuma indigenous knowledge systems, which have for centuries been practiced by the Sukuma people of Tanzania. The study identified the

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Effectiveness and Preference of Recognition Strategies for Academic Staff Retention among Selected Private Higher Learning Institutions in Tanzania

Authors: Mwanaisha Alli (The Open University of Tanzania) and Jacob Lisakafu, PhD (The Open University of Tanzania) Abstract: This study soughht to establish effectiveness and preference of recognition strategies for academic staff retention among selected private higher learning institutions in Tanzania. The study used the descriptive research design. Out of the population of 180 potential

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